100 Iberis Amara Seeds - Empress Rocket Candytuft Fragrant Heirloom Flower

Iberis amara, commonly known as rocket candytuft or Empress candytuft, is a charming heirloom annual prized for its clusters of small, fragrant white flowers. Blooming in late spring and early summer, this compact plant creates a lovely carpet of white in borders, rock gardens, and containers. Its sweet scent attracts bees and butterflies, making it a wonderful addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.

Easy to grow from seed, Iberis amara reaches about 12 to 18 inches tall and works beautifully as a bedding plant, edging, or cut flower. The delicate blooms also make a delightful addition to wildflower meadows and cottage gardens.

Plant Features

• Fragrant white flower clusters that bloom in late spring to early summer
• Compact, mounding growth habit ideal for borders and containers
• Attracts bees and butterflies to the garden
• Heirloom variety, non-GMO seeds
• Excellent for cut flower arrangements and dried flowers

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Iberis amara
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Compact, mounding
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Spacing: 8-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Iberis amara seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 14-21 days at temperatures around 65-70°F (18-21°C).

Once seedlings have a few sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to 8-12 inches apart. Water regularly during dry spells, and deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Rocket candytuft is generally pest-free and easy to grow, making it a rewarding choice for beginner gardeners.

What's Included

100 Iberis amara seeds (Empress Rocket Candytuft).